Physician - MD​/DO - Ophthalmologist - Cornea Specialist

Job Description

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean, a premier multispecialty eye services network, is excited to announce an opportunity for a board-eligible or board-certified ophthalmologist fellowship-trained in cornea to join our highly respected cornea service at the SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Clinic in Madison, Wisconsin.

This position offers a dynamic role that includes comprehensive cornea services, advanced comprehensive ophthalmology, and cutting-edge refractive surgery. With our clinic performing the second-highest volume of corneal transplants in the state, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate who is comfortable managing complex cornea cases and proficient in the DMEK cornea transplant procedure. Join us in advancing the field of ophthalmology and providing outstanding care to our community!

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean is a premier physician-led department that proudly boasts a talented team of 20 Ophthalmologists and 36 Optometrists. We serve 19 locations throughout southern Wisconsin, including the greater Madison area. Our comprehensive array of services includes not only general ophthalmology but also specialized care in cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastics, pediatrics, refractive surgery, and retina. Our dedicated Ophthalmologists actively engage in outreach to our satellite locations, ensuring broad access to quality eye care.

We offer exceptional opportunities for professional growth, including volunteer academic appointments with the University of Wisconsin and exciting clinical research projects through the SSM Health Dean Health Research Program. This position comes with a competitive guaranteed salary for two years and the potential for bonuses.

An adjacent full-time outpatient surgery center, complete with a dedicated ophthalmic anesthesia team, supports our comprehensive ophthalmologists and the entire division. Additionally, our state-of-the-art photography department, staffed by professional ophthalmic photographers, and our top-tier ophthalmic diagnostic center enhance the quality of care we provide.

With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization's footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization.

As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization's more than 40,000 team members and more than 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health's Mission: "Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God".

Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life.

Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city's commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit